The augmented reality in retail market is expected to be USD 1,155.8 million in 2018 and is projected to reach USD 7951.2 million by 2023, at a CAGR of 47.1% during the forecast period.

With advancements in computing, AR-enabled devices can be used for consumer, commercial, and enterprise applications. In the retail sector, smart glasses are expected to be used on a large scale for the workforce and sales management purposes. Go Instore (UK), a service provider of online video commerce, partnered with retail firms to provide online video support using AR technology. The technology provided by the company helps remote shoppers to connect with the in-store experts in real time. The experts at the store use AR glasses to get the real-time information on the call and address queries or grievances of remote shoppers.

Planning and designing application is used in retail types such as furniture and lighting, automotive interior, and paint. The planning and designing application helps in placing a product virtually at a desired place. Furniture and lighting is the major retail type in the planning and designing application. AR is increasingly being used by furniture retailers to help customers visualize the select products at their desired place. This helps customers to buy furniture and relevant stuff according to their home or office spaces.